Software Engineer - Map Generalist

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Design and develop innovative solutions for HD mapping challenges in autonomous driving, enhancing performance and reliability through backend infrastructure and cross-functional collaboration.

Founded in 2016 in Silicon Valley, Pony.ai has quickly become a global leader in autonomous mobility and is a pioneer in extending autonomous mobility technologies and services at a rapidly expanding footprint of sites around the world. Operating Robotaxi, Robotruck and Personally Owned Vehicles (POV) business units, Pony.ai is an industry leader in the commercialization of autonomous driving and is committed to developing the safest autonomous driving capabilities on a global scale. Pony.ai’s leading position has been recognized, with CNBC ranking Pony.ai #10 on its CNBC Disruptor list of the 50 most innovative and disruptive tech companies of 2022. In June 2023, Pony.ai was recognized on the XPRIZE and Bessemer Venture Partners inaugural “XB100” 2023 list of the world’s top 100 private deep tech companies, ranking #12 globally. As of August 2023, Pony.ai has accumulated nearly 21 million miles of autonomous driving globally. Pony.ai went public at NASDAQ in November 2024.

Responsibility

  • Design and develop innovative and scalable solutions for challenges related to HD mapping in autonomous driving
  • Write and maintain software that runs both in vehicles and cloud-based environments
  • Build backend infrastructure (e.g., geospatial databases, ML systems and UI tools) to manage and process map data
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Perception, Planning & Control) to enhance the overall performance and reliability of autonomous driving systems

Requirements

  • BS, MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science or other related fields
  • Strong programming skills in C++
  • Software engineering experience
  • Strong mathematical skills

Compensation and Benefits

Base Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 Annually

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on many factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation and this role may be eligible for bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units.

Also, we provide the following benefits to the eligible employees:

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth 401k)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Free Food & Snacks

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Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Other Benefit: Free Food & Snacks
  • Paid Parental Leave: Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Paid Time Off: Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)

PONY.AIOur mission is to revolutionize the future of transportation by building the safest and most reliable technology for autonomous vehicles. Armed with the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, we aim to deliver our technology at a global scale. We believe our work has the potential to transform lives and industries for the better.CULTUREWhen it comes to our technology, quality and reliability are hallmark attributes; we don’t believe in taking shortcuts. Our emphasis on craftsmanship enables us to deliver an autonomous driving solution that is highly sophisticated and best-in-class.When it comes to our people, teamwork, robust mentorship, and collaboration are several key pillars of our culture. We ensure every member of our team receives the support they need while tackling some of the biggest tech challenges that exist today. Here, our employees grow with the company. We truly believe that growing a successful company means growing a successful team.A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVEWe are deeply passionate about reaching a global audience, starting with our two home countries: China and the United States. With offices and development teams in Silicon Valley, Beijing, and Guangzhou, we are well on our way towards achieving that goal.

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$120,000 – $180,000 per year
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